How to use this Gigawatts to Kilowatts Converter 🤔
Follow these steps to convert given power from the units of Gigawatts to the units of Kilowatts.
Enter the input Gigawatts value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Gigawatts into Kilowatts in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Kilowatts label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Kilowatts value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Kilowatts value using the Copy button.
You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
Formula
The formula to convert given power from Gigawatts to Kilowatts is:
Power(Kilowatts) = Power(Gigawatts) × 1e6
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a large nuclear power plant generates 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of electricity. Convert this power generation from gigawatts to Kilowatts.
Answer
Given:
Power in Gigawatts = 1.5 GW
Converting Power from Gigawatts to Kilowatts...
The formula to convert from Gigawatts to Kilowatts is:
Power(Kilowatts) = Power(Gigawatts) × 1e6
Substitute given Power(Gigawatts) = 1.5 in the above formula.
Power(Kilowatts) = 1.5 × 1e6
Power(Kilowatts) = 1500000
Therefore, 1.5 GW is equal to 1500000 kW.
2
Consider that a major city's electrical grid requires 2 gigawatts (GW) of power during peak hours. Convert this power demand from gigawatts to Kilowatts.
Answer
Given:
Power in Gigawatts = 2 GW
Converting Power from Gigawatts to Kilowatts...
The formula to convert from Gigawatts to Kilowatts is:
Power(Kilowatts) = Power(Gigawatts) × 1e6
Substitute given Power(Gigawatts) = 2 in the above formula.
Power(Kilowatts) = 2 × 1e6
Power(Kilowatts) = 2000000
Therefore, 2 GW is equal to 2000000 kW.
Gigawatts to Kilowatts Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Gigawatts to Kilowatts.
Gigawatts (GW)
Kilowatts (kW)
0.01 GW
10000 kW
0.1 GW
100000 kW
1 GW
1000000 kW
2 GW
2000000 kW
3 GW
3000000 kW
4 GW
4000000 kW
5 GW
5000000 kW
6 GW
6000000 kW
7 GW
7000000 kW
8 GW
8000000 kW
9 GW
9000000 kW
10 GW
10000000 kW
20 GW
20000000 kW
50 GW
50000000 kW
100 GW
100000000 kW
1000 GW
1000000000 kW
Gigawatts
A gigawatt (GW) is equal to one billion watts. It is used to measure large-scale power output, such as the capacity of entire power grids or large power plants. Gigawatts are used in the context of national or regional energy production.
Kilowatts
A kilowatt (kW) is equal to 1,000 watts. It is commonly used to express the power output of engines and the power consumption of electrical devices. For example, household appliances and electric vehicles are often rated in kilowatts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Gigawatts to Kilowatts in Power?
The formula to convert Gigawatts to Kilowatts in Power is:
Gigawatts * 1e6
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Power conversion tool, which converts Gigawatts to Kilowatts, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Power from Gigawatts to Kilowatts?
To convert Power from Gigawatts to Kilowatts, you can use the following formula:
Gigawatts * 1e6
For example, if you have a value in Gigawatts, you substitute that value in place of Gigawatts in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Kilowatts.
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